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I stayed here with my boyfriend and we loved it! The grounds are beautiful, with a well-tended organic vegetable garden, fruit trees, flowers, plenty of birds, and it's all surrounded by awesome mountain vistas and rolling hills. The rooms are very comfortable, clean and well decorated. The lodge is small, with no more than 12 guests at a time, giving the property a very intimate and exclusive feel. The host is wonderful and made sure all of our needs were taken care of. Nearby wineries and hiking made for exciting day trips. This was our first stop in New Zealand and it will definitely be hard to beat!

Room Tip: All rooms are very quiet with great views. There is a cute 3 bedroom cottage that would be perfect f...

Stayed: October 2016, travelled as a couple

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Traveling from the South to the North, a family of threeWe were met by Lady Dee and taken-In for teaBig fluffy beds and crisp clean sheets, and before long we are asleep

Up early 'ish' for a cottage breakfast & explorationA beautifully property' the River Lodge be.Mountain vista's, seasonal gardens and things of interest to see.Live here ..... If only I could, I certainly would.

H, H & D want to give Dee and her family our Hart felt thanks for their wonderful and understanding hospitality.

We look forward to the next time we have a chance to stay ..... next time summer time and a little fishing :)

Stayed: July 2016, travelled with family

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We are a French couple and we spent some great days in the lodge. It was really peaceful. We enjoyed the beautiful garden and the view of the valley. The lodge is a high standard and we had a warm welcome. We recommend this place to spend some relaxing days and don't forget to eat some dinner there : the food is just amazing! We really enjoyed the white bait patties!

Stayed: December 2015, travelled with family

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I have spend 3 wonderful days at The Motueka River Lodge and it has been an unforgettable experience. The lodge is beautiful, the rooms comfortable and very luxurious and the hosts are always friendly and happy to do everything to make you feel at home. The food was excellent, we have enjoyed every bite. We can highly recommend this place.

Stayed: December 2014, travelled as a couple

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We have spend one week in the amazing Motueka River Lodge and it was a wonderful experience. The accommodation is high class, the food is excellent and the hosts are lovely and always ready to help out. The view on the mountains is beautiful and we can only recommend this place to everybody who feels like escaping from reality for a while and relax in a wonderful environment.

Stayed: December 2014, travelled as a couple

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We, a german couple, stayed in the lodge with an cosy indoor fire place for the nights for 1 week and had a pleasant holiday. The view to the snowy mountains had been awesome, its nice and quiet there, about a 20 min drive to Motueka, the next town. The food has been delicous, like white bait, and they produce their own tasty vine there, jammy. Our hosts were gentle and friendly and we enjoyed a good time. Its only a 5 min walk to the river, and they have a tennis court and a beautiful pond to relax aswell.

Thanks for the good time!

Stayed: November 2014, travelled as a couple

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One of my best experience in New Zealand! You will meet there some of the most amazing people you will never encounter in your life : at least I did! The location is beautiful and so peaceful, the stunning Motueka river just a few steps away, and the food, oh the food, so goooood! Such a perfect chef! Such a perfect place to stay! Such a lovely family to meet! I totally recommend the lodge and I strongly invite anyone to experience that special feeling about true and warm Kiwi hospitality!

Stayed: December 2011

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Price Range:
$491 - $1,527 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)

Hotel Class:5 star — Motueka River Lodge 5*

Number of rooms: 5

Official Description (provided by the hotel):

Built on a 25 year reputation of excellence this private 5 star Luxury Lodge was the pioneer of Luxury Lodges in New Zealand and today remains unrivaled. It has developed a patina of understated exclusivity, surrounded by first-class adventure. Able Tasman National Park, Trout-Fishing, Golfing, Hiking coupled with exquisite cuisine and friendly staff, will ensure your time spent here in our beautiful part of the world will be an experience to remember....more less

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